Original British 1888 Pattern Mk. I, 2nd Type Lee-Metford bayonet, manufactured by Sanderson, Sheffield, and clearly dated September 1898. This pattern was the standard issue for the .303-inch Lee-Metford rifle, later also converted for use with early Lee-Enfield rifles, and remained in service through the Second Boer War and into the early 20th century.
This bayonet features a double-edged, spear-point blade and two brass rivets securing the wooden slab grips to the tang.
The ricasso is marked “9’98 / Sanderson Sheffield”, with clear government inspection and broad arrow stamps on both sides. The pommel bears a working press-stud and oil hole. Housed in its correct black leather scabbard with steel throat and chape.
Dimensions
Overall length: approx. 42.3 cm (16.5 in)
Blade length: approx. 30 cm (11.8 in)
Condition
Good. The blade retains its original shape with a slightly repointed tip and patches of pitting and surface marks. Markings remain sharp and fully legible. Wooden grips are intact with some bruising and bad damage on one side of the grips towards the crossguard. The scabbard leather remains solid, but with a slit on both sides of the leather.
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